China’s APEC Plans Spark Debate Over Future Format of Regional Diplomacy
China’s preparations for the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit have generated fresh discussion over how the organisation should conduct high-level...
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Asia-Pacific Countries Strengthen Antimicrobial Resistance Plans, but Funding Gaps Remain
Manila/New Delhi: Countries across the Asia-Pacific region are strengthening their national strategies to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR), but a new...
U.S. Assessment Says China Is Unlikely to Invade Taiwan Before 2027
Washington: A recent U.S. intelligence assessment has indicated that China is not currently expected to launch an invasion of Taiwan...
U.S. Assessment Says Chinese Attack on Taiwan Is Not Considered Imminent
Washington: A fresh assessment by U.S. officials has challenged the idea that China is necessarily preparing to launch military action...
China Urges Washington to Oppose Taiwan Independence During Trump-Xi Talks
Washington: China has called on the United States to take a clear position against Taiwan independence during high-level discussions between...
Rubio, Motegi and Cho Hyun Set for Trilateral Talks in New York as Security and Economic Issues Take Center Stage
NEW YORK, September 21, 2026: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and South Korean Foreign...
Taiwan Becomes Key Concern Ahead of Upcoming Trump-Xi Summit
Washington, September 17, 2026: Taiwan has emerged as one of the most sensitive issues ahead of an expected meeting between...
China Calls for Restraint as Regional Security Tensions Rise
China's Defence Minister Dong Jun has called on countries to avoid provocative actions and exercise greater caution as tensions continue...
U.S. Pacific Command Says North Korean Missile Launch Poses No Immediate Threat
Washington, September 12, 2026: U.S. Pacific Command has acknowledged a recent missile launch by North Korea and said American authorities...
U.S. Pacific Command Says North Korean Missile Launch Poses No Immediate Threat
Washington, September 12, 2026: U.S. Pacific Command has acknowledged a recent missile launch by North Korea and said American authorities...
ADB Urges Developing Economies to Strengthen Fiscal Defenses
The Asian Development Bank has urged developing economies to reinforce their fiscal positions as higher borrowing costs, currency pressures and...
Philippines Can Still Reach 3.8% Growth Target, ADB Says
The Philippine economy could still achieve 3.8% growth this year, but a stronger recovery in public investment and household spending...
UNDP Warns Land Degradation Is Becoming a Major Threat to Food, Livelihoods and Economic Opportunity
Ulaanbaatar, September 8, 2026: Land degradation is emerging as a major development challenge, threatening agricultural production, livelihoods, economic opportunity and...
Asian Development Bank Backs Palau’s Push for Greater Fiscal and Energy Resilience Amid Global Economic Shocks
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is supporting efforts to strengthen Palau’s economic and energy resilience, as the Pacific island nation...
Digital Infrastructure: The New Foundation of Economic Growth
For generations, economic development was closely associated with physical infrastructure. Roads connected villages with cities, power plants supplied energy to...
Indonesia Strengthens International Economic Engagement Through Eastern Economic Forum Participation
JAKARTA, September 4, 2026 — Indonesia is continuing to expand its international economic and diplomatic engagement following President Prabowo Subianto’s...
Indonesia’s President Prabowo Returns Home After Completing Russia Visit and Eastern Economic Forum Agenda
JAKARTA, September 4, 2026 — Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto returned to Indonesia early Friday after completing an official visit to...
Singapore and Thailand Deepen Strategic Partnership With Focus on AI, Energy and Trade
Singapore and Thailand have agreed to strengthen their bilateral relationship through a broader programme of cooperation covering artificial intelligence, energy...
Indonesia’s Prabowo Arrives in Russia as Guest of Honour at Eastern Economic Forum
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has arrived in Vladivostok, Russia, to attend the 11th Eastern Economic Forum as a guest of...
Russia and Myanmar Discuss Stronger Economic and Regional Cooperation
Russia and Myanmar are looking to deepen their cooperation as senior officials from both countries discussed opportunities to strengthen bilateral...
Russia and Myanmar Discuss Closer Cooperation as Officials Meet in Vladivostok
Russia is seeking to deepen cooperation with Myanmar as senior officials from the two countries held high-level discussions covering economic...
Japan and Australia Set October Date for New Leadership Dialogue
Japan and Australia are preparing to launch a new high-level Japan–Australia Leadership Dialogue, creating a fresh platform for discussions on...
Singapore and Pacific States Expand Cooperation on AI, Governance and Resilience
Singapore has announced a new phase of cooperation with Pacific island countries, expanding its support for artificial intelligence, digital government,...
Indonesia’s Prabowo Heads to Russia as Guest of Honour at Eastern Economic Forum
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has travelled to Vladivostok, Russia, to attend the 11th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) as the event’s...
Sandhya Devanathan Moves From Meta to OpenAI as AI Firm Expands Across Asia-Pacific
Singapore, A major executive transition in the technology industry is drawing attention across Asia after Sandhya Devanathan, a senior Meta...
North Korea Warns Japan of “Additional Military Options” After Tomahawk Missile Test
Pyongyang/Tokyo, August 8, 2026: Tensions in East Asia have intensified after North Korea warned Japan that it could take further...
Taiwan Expands Military Readiness Exercises Amid Rising Cross-Strait Tensions
Taiwan has launched another phase of its annual military preparedness program, reinforcing its focus on civil defense, emergency response, and...
Taiwan Highlights Indigenous Heritage as a Pillar of Cultural Identity and Indo-Pacific Cooperation
July 25, 2026: Taiwan has reaffirmed its commitment to preserving and promoting the rich heritage of its Indigenous communities, describing...
US Reaffirms Commitment to a Free and Open Indo-Pacific at East Asia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
The United States has reiterated its commitment to promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific during the East Asia Foreign Ministers’...
Vietnam and China Reaffirm Strategic Partnership, Focus on Trade Expansion and Regional Stability
Vietnam and China have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral ties following a high-level meeting between Vietnamese Foreign Minister Lê...
ASEAN Plus Three Nations Renew Commitment to Stronger Regional Cooperation at Manila Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
By HIT AND HOT NEWS | World NewsManila, Philippines: Asia's leading regional powers reaffirmed their commitment to closer cooperation and...
U.S. and Vietnam Reaffirm Strategic Partnership, Focus on Trade Balance and Security Cooperation
Washington, D.C. | HIT AND HOT NEWS The United States and Vietnam have taken another step toward strengthening their growing...
ASEAN Faces Dual Crises as Middle East Conflict Deepens and Regional Security Tensions Rise
By HIT AND HOT NEWS | International Affairs | Analysis The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) once again finds...
Bridging the Infrastructure Gap: Asia-Pacific’s Push Toward Inclusive and Sustainable Development
The Asia-Pacific region is witnessing a rapid surge in infrastructure development, driven by the growing demands of expanding urban populations...
